Grand Rapids Weekly Market Report — September 20, 2026
This week, Grand Rapids is showing resilience in its real estate market, highlighted by 376 active listings and 27 homes sold. Buyers are taking their time, with homes averaging just 18 days on the market. Overall, this indicates a selective approach from potential purchasers.
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings: 376
- Pending / Under Contract: 35
- Homes Sold: 27
- Average List Price: $338,200
- Average Sold Price: $321,372
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 1
- Average List Price Per SqFt: $245.75
- Average Sold Price Per SqFt: $230.35
- Average Days on Market: 18
- Cumulative Days on Market: 20
- Highest Sale: $810,000
- Lowest Sale: $155,000
Weekly Commentary
This week, the market reflects a significant level of selectivity among buyers. The number of pending listings stands at 35, indicating that while buyers are active, they are not rushing into decisions. This careful approach suggests that homes priced competitively are likely to attract interest quickly.
Right now, the market is leaning slightly in favor of sellers, particularly for homes that are well-priced. The consistent sale-to-list price ratio of 1 reinforces that homes are generally selling at their asking prices, making it crucial for sellers to position their properties effectively.
What This Means for Buyers
Buyers should focus on making strong offers, especially on homes that are priced well. With active competition, it’s essential to act quickly if a property meets your criteria. Consider being flexible on negotiation terms to strengthen your position.
This week in Grand Rapids, we see a market where buyers are taking their time, but there’s still demand for quality homes. The low number of sales indicates that while buyers are interested, they’re making sure to find the right fit before committing.
For sellers, this means that pricing your home correctly is more important than ever. Homes that are priced right are moving off the market quickly, so make sure to take a close look at recent comps.
Overall, this is a good time for buyers to secure properties, but they need to be prepared to act decisively when a suitable home appears.
Jason Pohlonski is a licensed real estate professional serving Grand Rapids and surrounding West Michigan communities.
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About the Author
Jason Pohlonski
is a Michigan licensed real estate salesperson with Keller Williams Grand Rapids East. He helps buyers and sellers throughout Forest Hills, Ada, Cascade, Grand Rapids, East Grand Rapids, Byron Center, Jenison, and surrounding West Michigan communities.
Jason began his real estate career in Chicago in 2004, later expanding his experience in Ann Arbor from 2014 to 2019, and has been serving clients in the Grand Rapids area since 2019.
With over 20 years of combined real estate experience across multiple markets, Jason focuses on helping clients make clear real estate decisions involving pricing, offer terms, inspections, appraisals, relocation timing, and buy-sell planning.
Industry Recognition
Jason is recognized by platforms and industry organizations including Zillow, Grand Rapids Magazine Real Estate All-Stars, and Real Producers for his work serving West Michigan buyers and sellers.
Jason also supports One More Moment, a nonprofit that grants wishes to late-stage cancer patients, by donating $100 for every successful closing.
Professional Disclosure
Jason Pohlonski
Michigan Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
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Brokerage: Keller Williams Grand Rapids East
Brokerage Office: 1555 Arboretum Dr. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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This market report reflects available real estate data and local market observations for Forest Hills, Ada, Cascade, Grand Rapids, and surrounding West Michigan communities at the time of publication. Market statistics can change as listings are updated, corrected, closed, withdrawn, or reported after publication.
This market report is for general informational purposes only and is not legal, tax, financial, insurance, engineering, inspection, or appraisal advice. Buyers and sellers should consult qualified professionals before making decisions involving financing, insurance, inspections, taxes, legal issues, property risk, or valuation.
